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ISU Impact: Engaging With The College of Arts and Letters
Third Monday of Every Month at 7:30pm
Hosted by Kandi J. Turley-Ames, Ph.D.

Hear about the exciting things happening at ISU within the College of Arts and Letters! ISU Impact explores the programs and initiatives in the College of Arts and Letters, and how the college is impacting students and our community at large. Expect to hear from some of the phenomenal faculty, staff, students, alumni, and partners who are doing stand-out work at the university and in our community.

Latest Episodes
  • Voices of Transformation: ISU Choirs Build Community Inside and Out
    This episode of ISU Impact, hosted by Dean Kandi Turley-Ames, highlights the inspiring outreach work of ISU’s choral program, featuring Dr. Jeff Francom and music education student Amiah Heath. The conversation explores the impact of ISU choirs both on campus and in the broader community, with a special focus on their innovative choir initiative at the Pocatello Women’s Correctional Facility.
  • ISU Impact: Building Bengal Pride Through Esports
    This month on ISU Impact, Dean Kandi Turley-Ames sits down with Tim May of Direct Communications and ISU communications major Derek Hansen to discuss the university’s growing esports program. They explore how student-athletes are making their mark nationally and what the creation of a new on-campus esports arena means for the future of ISU.
  • The Stories Behind the Cases With Nate Eaton
    Journalist Nate Eaton and ISU’s Dr. Kirsten Mink share their stories in the latest ISU Impact podcast, exploring the intersection of journalism and forensic science.
  • Not Our Dreams—Your Dreams: The ISU Promise
    From clinical psychology to art, alumni like April and Lily have carried ISU’s impact into military service and global creative work.
  • Back in the Dome
    In this inspiring episode, ISU Hall of Famer and 2025 alumni commencement speaker Donell Morgan reflects on his journey from standout Bengal athlete to mentor and community leader, sharing how Idaho State shaped his life and purpose.
  • The Power of a History Degree and Continued Learning
    Dean Kandi Turley Ames talks with ISU alumnus Justin Vipperman about his educational and career journey with a history degree.
  • Service is in Our DNA
    This episode of KISU features siblings Victor and Cythia “Cindy” Joe as they discuss their lifelong dedication to service, the significance of the Chinese Lunar New Year as a celebration of family and community, and their impactful work in affordable housing, immigration advocacy, education, and mentorship.
  • What You Do With It Is Up to You
    ISU alumnus Stan Bissey shares how his experiences at ISU shaped his journey from working in a local diner to becoming CEO of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, while Professor Mark McBeth discusses student leadership and career opportunities.
  • The Value of Being Proactive
    Dean Kandi Turley-Ames talks with ISU alumnus Stuart Summers and Professor Karen Hartman about crisis communication, Stuart’s experiences at ISU, and his insights on proactive engagement in high-stakes situations.
  • The Coach Graz Connection
    Dean Kandi Turley-Ames speaks with former ISU women’s basketball player Ilene Hauser and ISU Sports Hall of Famer, Nancy Graziano on their roles in building a legacy for women’s sports at Idaho State University. The two discuss their impactful careers and ISU’s longstanding support for women’s athletics.